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Somatus, Inc.

VP, Corporate Development

Mclean, VA · On-site

The Vice President, Corporate Development will work with the Company's Executive Team and other senior leaders to execute on the Company's evolving growth partnership, mergers, and acquisitions ...

Cross River

VP, Corporate Development

Fort Lee, NJ · Hybrid

$200K - $225K/yr

What We're Looking For We are seeking an experienced and strategic VP, Corporate Development to lead and drive mergers and acquisitions, strategic venture investments, and high-impact corporate ...

Cross River

VP, Corporate Development

Fort Lee, NJ · On-site

$200K - $225K/yr

What We're Looking For We are seeking an experienced and strategic VP, Corporate Development to lead and drive mergers and acquisitions, strategic venture investments, and high-impact corporate ...

Kimaru

VP, Corporate Development

New York, NY · On-site

The Vice President of Corporate Development will play a central role in shaping and executing our client's mergers and acquisitions strategy. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will manage ...

ASM

VP, Corporate Development

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

The VP of Corporate Development (M&A) leads inorganic growth strategy and execution for a global semiconductor equipment company. This role is responsible for identifying and acquiring technologies ...

Athene

VP Corporate Development

New York, NY

The VP, Corporate Development manages transaction underwriting and execution of reinsurance and mergers and acquisitions transactions to maximize value and support Athene's overall strategy. The ...

Advisor360 LLC

VP, Corporate Development

Needham, MA · On-site

The VP of Corporate Development will be a key strategic leader at Advisor360°, responsible for driving inorganic growth through acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investments. This role will ...

ASM

VP, Corporate Development

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

The VP of Corporate Development (M&A) leads inorganic growth strategy and execution for a global semiconductor equipment company. This role is responsible for identifying and acquiring technologies ...

Athene

VP Corporate Development

Greenwich, CT

The VP, Corporate Development manages transaction underwriting and execution of reinsurance and mergers and acquisitions transactions to maximize value and support Athene's overall strategy. The ...

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How much do vice president corporate development jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president corporate development in the United States is $147,428.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $175,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is EVP a high position?

An Executive Vice President (EVP) is a senior leadership role often ranking just below the C-suite, such as CEO or COO. EVPs typically oversee major departments or divisions and are involved in strategic decision-making, making it a high-level executive position.

What is the difference between Vice President Corporate Development vs Director of Corporate Development?

AspectVice President Corporate DevelopmentDirector of Corporate Development
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, MBA often preferred, extensive experience in corporate strategyBachelor's degree, relevant experience in corporate strategy, sometimes an MBA
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership meetings, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationOperational planning, project management, supporting VP and executive team
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations across industries like finance, tech, and healthcareCommon in mid-to-large companies, often as a stepping stone to VP roles

The Vice President Corporate Development typically holds a higher strategic leadership role, overseeing major growth initiatives and mergers, while the Director of Corporate Development focuses on executing strategies, managing projects, and supporting the VP. Both roles require strong analytical skills and industry experience, but the VP is more involved in high-level decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

What would a VP of Corporate Development do?

A Vice President of Corporate Development is responsible for identifying and executing strategic growth opportunities such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments. They analyze market trends, negotiate deals, and collaborate with executive teams to support the company's long-term objectives. Strong financial analysis, negotiation skills, and industry knowledge are essential for this role.

Which is higher, EVP or SVP?

In corporate hierarchy, an Executive Vice President (EVP) generally ranks above a Senior Vice President (SVP). The EVP is often a higher executive role with broader responsibilities and authority, while SVPs typically oversee specific divisions or functions. The exact hierarchy can vary by company, but EVP is usually considered a higher position than SVP.

How much does a VP of Corporate Development make?

A Vice President of Corporate Development typically earns between $150,000 and $250,000 annually, with total compensation often including bonuses and stock options. Salaries vary based on company size, industry, experience, and location, and the role usually requires strong strategic, financial, and negotiation skills.
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Vice President, Corporate Development

Vice President, Corporate Development

Corpay

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 hours ago

Corpay rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 17 rated payment service providers

Job description

Corpay is looking for a deal leader on its Corporate Development team. Having completed >110 acquisitions and deploying ~$10B of capital, Corpay's Corporate Development team is an integral contributor to the significant growth mentioned above. The VP, working out of Corpay's global headquarters in the heart of Buckhead in Atlanta, GA, will work directly with other members of the Corporate Development team, operating colleagues throughout the organization, functional experts, and senior executive team. The VP position will be a key contributor to future M&A deals to expand Corpay's presence in existing and new geographies and existing and new product categories. The VP will be responsible for identifying, sourcing, structuring, diligencing, documenting, and closing acquisitions, and on select transactions may be asked to lead key commercial improvement plans for acquired companies post-close.
The Corporate Development team serves as a talent magnet for the business and has a strong history of recruiting and developing individuals who have taken other senior roles within the broader CORPAY organization. A few examples of folks that have stepped into other more senior roles include our EVP Corporate Development & Strategy (previously M&A team member, then operating GM), our Head of FP&A, numerous GMs throughout the organization, various strategy leaders, etc.
The VP of Corporate Development role is a high visibility role within Corpay. Reporting into the EVP of Corporate Development, the VP will work directly with other members of the Corporate Development team and have exposure to senior leaders across the organization, including the CEO and line of business leaders. This opportunity offers unparalleled exposure to the senior-most executives in the business.
Corpay's M&A Track Record
  • Highly active M&A team ... on average ~5-10 deals and ~$1B+ transacted each year
  • Broad mix of deal types and geographies ... enabling Corpay's corporate strategy globally
    • Private acquisitions ... e.g. GPS Capital Markets ('24)
    • Public takeovers ... e.g. AlphaGroup PLC ('25)
    • Structured deals ... e.g. AvidXChange / TPG ('25)
    • New products ... e.g. Zapay ('24)
    • Minority investments ... e.g. Mina ('23)
    • Divestitures ... e.g. PaybyPhone ('26)

How We Work
As VP Corporate Development, you will be expected to work in an office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:
  • Assigned workspace in our Buckhead, Atlanta office
  • Company-issued equipment

Role Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role will include:
  • Helping define and develop acquisition strategy and conducting landscape analysis on target markets
  • Sourcing and screening of new acquisition opportunities in line with the company's acquisition strategy
  • Leading due diligence analysis to build cases for acquisitions and to identify issues and concerns
  • Leading deal documentation and negotiation process, such as LOIs and Purchase Agreements for acquisitions
  • Preparing and presenting M&A approval and update materials to CORPAY's CEO, senior executives, and Board of Directors
  • Leading and liaising with various internal business segments (operating units, legal, financial, tax, HR, IT, etc.) and external advisors (accounting, legal, tax, etc.)
  • Building integration and improvement plans for acquired businesses

Qualifications & Skills
  • Strategy Consulting/Investment Banking Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience at a top-tier strategy consulting or investment banking firm with a strong track record of performance.
  • Corporate Development "Quarterback": The ideal candidate will have 10-15-years of progressive M&A experience. A minimum of four years of experience serving as the "deal quarterback" on the buy-side.
  • Financial Services Exposure: Experience in payments, fintech, tech, and/or financial services is preferred but not required.
  • Deal Documentation Experience: Experience with deal documents such as NDAs, LOIs, and Purchase Agreements is required. Exposure to negotiating deal documents is preferred.
  • Operational Orientation: Prior experience in an operating role or completing post-merger integration is preferred but not required.
  • Structured and Logical Thinking: Ability to identify and dissect complex business problems and opportunities, and quickly form data-driven hypotheses and approaches to test such hypotheses. Ability to communicate and present complex concepts in concise, easy-to-understand terms is critical.
  • Analytical Excellence: Expert quantitative and analytical skills with financial modeling experience and forecasting skills. Experience reviewing and analyzing financial statements, operating metrics, and models, creating data-driven recommendations.
  • Executive Presence: Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional presentation skills and high emotional intelligence is critical. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with executive-level and cross-functional teams.
  • Team Management: Experience managing and training junior team members.
  • Education: The right fit candidate will have an undergrad degree from a top academic institution with a strong track record of performance. MBA is a plus.

Personal Qualifications
The candidate selected for this position will need to align to CORPAY's core values: integrity, people, innovation, execution, and collaboration. In addition, this individual will be confident and an independent self-starter with the ability to think critically and take action with limited guidance. They will be a creative, out-of-the-box thinker who is intellectually curious with a demonstrated interest in learning. This person will also need to be a self-motivated, high-energy individual who can easily function in a high demand, performance-driven environment. They must be accustomed to working on multiple tasks in parallel, and be able to effectively balance competing priorities. This professional must demonstrate strong leadership skills, best demonstrated by the individual's ability to gain credibility with team members and senior management.
Benefits & Perks
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits available the 1st month after hire
  • Automatic enrollment into our 401k plan (subject to eligibility requirements)
  • Virtual fitness classes offered company-wide
  • Robust PTO offerings including: major holidays, vacation, sick, personal, & volunteer time
  • Employee discounts with major providers (i.e. wireless, gym, car rental, etc.)
  • Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
  • Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes

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